Anna’s POV"I heard that Willow's cousin Lisa was subjected to a caning and was expelled from the Blue Moon Pack.""Wow, why? Lisa has always had a close relationship with Mrs. Willow. How could Mrs. Willow let her face such a severe punishment?""Keep it down, Lisa committed a serious crime. She poisoned Luna Willow and tried to sow discord between Alpha Oscar's two wives…"I rolled up my sleeves by the river, focusing on washing clothes, ignoring the whispers. After finishing, I left the river and carried a bamboo basket into the forest to collect herbs.To be honest, I'm not a very social wolf. Ever since my mother died, it's as if I lost the ability to form connections with others. I prefer communicating with herbs and finding the true masterminds behind my mother's murder—the leaders of those Rogues."Hey, mute Omega, off to the woods alone again."A familiar man's teasing voice echoed in the tranquil mountains. I furrowed my brow and continued deeper into the woods. Yet, the mal
Kevin’s POV "Alpha Kevin, I can divine information about your mate for you. But as you know, our witches never engage in losing deals. What can you offer me?" The redhead witch stood before a huge crystal ball, adjusted her glasses, and kindly smiled. "What do you desire?" "Your lifespan, ten years of your life." "Deal," I said without hesitation. "Wait, Alpha, perhaps we have other ways to find Ella. But trading ten years of your life is too heavy a price," Beta Liam urgently interrupted. "Werewolves live for 200 years, a mere ten years, I don't mind." "But, Alpha, you are our leader, your status is noble. How can we ascertain if the information this witch provides is accurate? What if she deceives us, and your ten years of life are wasted?" "Wolf, what are you saying? Our red witches' divination is renowned in the supernatural realm. If you doubt me, leave now." The witch's expression turned severe as she closed her magic book. "Jennie, escort our guest out!" "Understood."
Liam’ POV“Liam, how do I look now?” In the carriage, Alpha Kevin asked me seriously, combing his hair neatly back, resembling a gentleman."What?" I was very puzzled."I mean, do I look attractive? You know, the kind that makes women fall for me." He said somewhat uneasily, sitting upright."Y-yes, Alpha, undoubtedly, you are the most handsome and charming male wolf in the Blood Moon Pack, that's beyond doubt." I said earnestly, hoping my answer wouldn't offend him.In my five years as Alpha Kevin's Beta, it was the first time I had seen him so excited and anxious. This was entirely different from his usual cold and steady demeanor. Over these years, women to him were like changing clothes. Even my sister, Maya, the acknowledged beautiful female wolf of the Blood Moon Pack, hadn't taken his attention away. I had thought he was a complete playboy, but now his behavior was akin to a young male wolf experiencing first love, and it made me want to laugh."Very well." Alpha Kevin relaxed
Kevin’s POVElla had undergone significant changes; she had grown, emanating resilience and confidence that had matured during the years unknown to me. At the thought of this, guilt overwhelmed me. Beta Ariana, before her death, entrusted me with taking care of her, a promise I broke.Her appearance had changed drastically too. Her hair had turned golden, and her eyes were now a light hazel, similar to her mother's, portraying a beautiful mother wolf. The overwhelming rush of emotions almost made me tear up; I felt an urge to hug her, my wolf stirring with excitement.The feeling of regaining what was lost was damn satisfying, Kevin! Our mate is beautiful, sexier than any mother wolf we've seen before, right?I silently agreed within me, captivated by Ella. Greedily, I breathed in her scent, but her vigilant and angry gaze prevented me from embracing her and taking her back to the Blood Moon Pack.Hey, quickly talk to her, tell her your thoughts, express your apologies, beg for her fo
Kevin's POVI leaned against the edge of the bed, my mood extremely gloomy. Liam conscientiously laid out a mat on the floor without disturbing me.Anna Edwards...The woman claimed that was her name, but I wouldn't easily be swayed. I would stay here and uncover the truth.Glances from the right occasionally made their way to me. Irritated, I looked at Liam. "What's up, speak.""Alpha, isn't that woman's attitude a bit disrespectful? She arranged such a shabby room for you. Look at the firewood over there; I seriously suspect this used to be a woodshed."I glanced in the direction Liam pointed, where neatly cut branches were piled up, and spiderwebs adorned the eaves."Clean up this room again.""Alright, Alpha."After Liam cleaned the room, it was already early morning. Moonlight streamed in from the window, and the rustling sound of leaves outside accompanied Liam's snoring. I had no sleep, attempting to communicate with my wolf.Me: Eric, did the Moon Goddess really choose a secon
Anna's POVIn the afternoon, I carried a medical kit to treat the hunter's son. Kevin followed behind me, and I ignored him; he didn't speak either.I deliberately chose a less crowded path to avoid any sudden speaking that might raise suspicions about my previous muteness, in case Kevin discovered it. Luckily, this hunter's family had minimal contact with others, and they probably wouldn't see through me.Seeing the fence with animal bones hanging about ten meters away, I guessed it was the home of the hunter, Zachary. Zachary was a renowned warrior of the Blue River Pack, who fought with five lion shifters in the woods seven years ago, saving his son Tony but injuring his leg. He retired from being the Alpha's guard and became a hunter."Hello, are you the physician from Camila's clinic? Please come in." Zachary's figure was much more robust than an ordinary male wolf. He had a large beard, and he hobbled to us, sounding very anxious."Camila should have told you about Tony's sympto
Anna's POVIn the following week, I rushed to Camila's study every day, tirelessly researching methods to save Tony's life.I diligently flipped through one yellowed medical book after another until the seventh day when I found a page with the title "Dreamshade."Kevin leaned on the desk, dragging his chin, lazily saying, "Anna, even if you don't find a solution, no one will blame you."I ignored him, fingers moving down rows of densely packed text, stopping at the section titled "Measures After Poisoning."For patients in a dream for more than 48 hours, only active venom can treat them.I fell into contemplation. In other words, ordinary herbal juices cannot counteract Dreamshade. Only a life-infused liquid can survive in Tony's body, purging the toxins throughout his system."Have you found the answer?"I nodded, packed medical supplies, and hurried to Zachary's house, hoping that there was still time.Upon reaching the hunter's house, I knocked on the tightly closed door, receiving
Anna's POVWe rented a small apartment, and after injecting Tony with anesthesia, he lay in a state of unconsciousness on the bed. I attached needles to both ends of a fifty-centimeter transparent syringe, connecting the middle of the syringe to a green bottle containing a liquid that could activate cells and enhance blood diffusion."Miss Anna, so what's the antidote you found?" Zachary asked nervously."My blood...""What?" Kevin interrupted, "I haven't heard that werewolf blood can detoxify. Anna, if you need blood, you can use mine.""Yours won't work; only my blood can neutralize the Dreamshade in Tony's body." As I was about to insert the needle into my skin, my wrist was restrained, and Kevin stared at me with seriousness, his tone firm."Absolutely not. I won't allow you to harm yourself!""Kevin, let go of me. I have consumed many poisonous leaves since childhood, and my blood is immune to toxins. Ancient texts indicate that an active liquid can neutralize Dreamshade. Freshly